The Family First Aid course (also known as Baby First Aid) is a fun, flexible, and informal programme designed specifically for parents, whānau, and carers. Gain the skills and confidence to keep your tamariki safe as you embark on this exciting new chapter of family life.
This course is interactive, supportive, and focused on the emergencies most likely to affect babies and young children.
About the Family First Aid Course
Unlike workplace training, this course is tailored to the needs of families. You’ll learn practical, hands-on first aid skills that give you confidence in responding to the everyday accidents, illnesses, and emergencies children may face.
Delivered in a relaxed and supportive environment, this training is ideal for new parents, grandparents, babysitters, and caregivers.
What You Will Learn
The Family and Baby First Aid course covers essential first aid topics for babies, children, and young people:
CPR
Practical training in CPR techniques for babies and children.
Choking
How to recognise and respond quickly when a baby or child is choking.
Head Injuries
Recognising and managing head injuries, and knowing when to seek further help.
Meningitis
Spotting early signs of meningitis and how to respond.
Seizures
Safe and effective first aid for seizures in infants and children.
Poisoning
Immediate actions and precautions if a child ingests harmful substances.
Respiratory Problems
Supporting children with breathing difficulties, including asthma and croup.
High Temperatures
How to manage fever in children and when to seek medical care.
Burns
First aid steps for treating burns and scalds at home.
Why Choose Family First Aid?
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Designed specifically for parents, whānau, and carers
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Covers both baby and child first aid
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Practical, hands-on training in a relaxed environment
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Focused on real-life scenarios that affect tamariki
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Gain confidence to act quickly and effectively in emergencies
Book Your Family First Aid Course
Give yourself and your whānau peace of mind by learning practical baby and child first aid skills for the situations that matter most.
Book your Family First Aid course today with First Aid Collective NZ.